Group Packaging Expert Rigid

Job description

Purpose of the position

Our Intersnack Group Packaging team is looking for a passionate Packaging Expert – Rigid to join us at our Düsseldorf office. In this role, you will be the technical authority for rigid packaging solutions (including metal tins, composite cans, glass jars, and more). You’ll manage portfolio specifications and lead the development of innovative, sustainable packaging solutions aligned with our ambitious sustainability goals.

As part of our group-wide team, you will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders—such as Procurement, Vendor Assurance, Marketing, Engineering, and local packaging experts—across all organizational levels to deliver impactful results.

Responsibilities

• Rigid Packaging Expertise : Represent our Group Packaging team as the go-to expert for rigid packaging solutions
• Strategy & Innovation : Define the long-term strategy for the rigid category and drive sustainable, cost-efficient, and high-quality packaging concepts
• Lead Global Projects : Manage international packaging projects from concept to implementation
• Portfolio Optimization : Standardize and improve the rigid packaging portfolio across all markets
• Technical Leadership : Own technical specifications, validate new developments, and provide documentation and best practices
• Trend Monitoring : Stay ahead of industry innovations and identify opportunities for sustainable packaging solutions

Job requirements

• Technical Expertise : Several years of experience in a similar role within rigid packaging
• Project Leadership : Proven track record in managing international packaging projects and collaborating across functions
• Educational Background : Degree in Packaging, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
• Hands-on Knowledge : Practical experience with rigid packaging (e.g., metal tins, lids, glass jars) and strong understanding of packaging technologies
• Personal Skills : Proactive mindset, excellent communication, and a structured, solution-oriented approach
• Language Skills : Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Flexibility : Willingness to travel internationally up to 50%

About us

Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savory snacks producers by ‘creating happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successfully and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2025 was more than €4.6 bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 12 regional Management Units, 45 production sites, and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people worldwide.

What we will offer

An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe’s biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.

Our values and behaviors are important to how we work, and they define our culture, they are:

Thinking responsibly

Acting entrepreneurially

Growing together

Please upload your application documents in English only !

PLEASE NOTE: for non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this post.